Less than a year after its creation, the Albany Westover CID has secured what is believed to be the first state transportation infrastructure grant awarded to a Community Improvement District outside metro Atlanta.

On Tuesday, June 9, the Albany Westover Community Improvement District (CID) was awarded a $1.1 million grant through the Georgia Transportation Infrastructure Bank (GTIB), championed by Gov. Brian Kemp, to fund construction of the Westover Triangle Project in northwest Albany.

Combined with $2 million in funding from the City of Albany, the grant fully funds the project, which will improve the safety and efficiency of three major intersections: Dawson Road at Westover Boulevard, Old Dawson Road at Dawson Road, and Old Dawson Road at Westover Boulevard. The project will also include new sidewalks connecting the intersections, improving pedestrian access and safety throughout the Westover corridor.

"We formed the CID to bring new investment and meaningful improvements to Albany," said Heath Fountain, chairman of the Albany Westover CID. "This grant validates that vision and shows what strong public-private partnerships can achieve. We are grateful for the partnership of Gov. Kemp, the Georgia Department of Transportation and the City of Albany as we continue investing in our community."

Formed in September 2025, the Albany Westover CID is a partnership of local commercial property owners who voluntarily invest additional resources into infrastructure, public safety and beautification projects within the district. Earlier this year, the CID completed a comprehensive plan and has already invested in security cameras, enhanced law enforcement patrols and landscaping improvements.

"This award demonstrates that the CID model can succeed anywhere in Georgia," said Michael Leithead, executive director of the Albany Westover CID. "We look forward to bringing more investment and transformative projects to Albany in the years ahead."